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Ziprax Lb is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Ziprax Lb have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Ziprax Lb depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Ziprax Lb include Bloating or fullness, Dyspepsia, Flatulence. Normally, these side effects of Ziprax Lb are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Ziprax Lb has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ziprax Lb related warnings talks about Ziprax Lb's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ziprax Lb is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy are examples of such conditions.
Drug reaction of Ziprax Lb with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ziprax Lb is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Ziprax Lb is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Ziprax Lb safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Ziprax LB on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Ziprax Lb safe during breastfeeding?
Ziprax LB does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ziprax Lb on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Ziprax LB. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ziprax Lb on the Liver?
Ziprax LB may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ziprax Lb on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Ziprax LB on the heart, information on safety of Ziprax LB for the heart is unavailable.
Ziprax Lb should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ziprax Lb unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ziprax Lb habit forming or addictive?
Ziprax Lb does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Ziprax Lb since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ziprax Lb only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ziprax Lb in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ziprax Lb
It is safe to take Ziprax Lb with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ziprax Lb
Taking Ziprax Lb with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Ziprax LB can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.
Ziprax LB is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
Yes, Ziprax LB is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Avoid taking Ziprax LB with azithromycin, because it can cause a heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then consult your doctor and follow his/her instruction.
Ziprax LB and amoxicillin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
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